Haier Undercounter −86°C ULT Freezer , 100 L / 115V vs Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, Haier Undercounter −86°C ULT Freezer , 100 L / 115V is the lower-cost option; Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- ▸Capacity: Haier Undercounter −86°C ULT Freezer , 100 L / 115V is "100 L / 3.5 cu ft" vs Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V at "490 L / 17.3 cu ft (288 × 2-in boxes)" — match this to your application.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Haier Undercounter −86°C | Haier DW-86L490JA -86 |
|---|---|---|
| Model | DW-86L100J | — |
| Backup | CO₂ / LN₂ backup optional | — |
| Capacity | 100 L / 3.5 cu ft | 490 L / 17.3 cu ft (288 × 2-in boxes) |
| Max power | 680 W | 1600 W |
| Sound level | 46.8 dB(A) | 50 dB(A) |
| Cabinet type | Upright | Upright |
| Power supply | 120 V / 60 Hz (115V nominal) | 208–230 V, 60 Hz |
| Certification | UL | UL |
| Rack capacity | 4 racks / 60 two-inch boxes | — |
| Refrigeration | High-efficiency HC compressor | High-efficiency HC compressor, direct cooling, manual defrost |
| Temperature range | -40°C to -86°C | -40°C to -86°C |
| Cooling performance | −86°C | — |
| Controller / display | Microprocessor, LED | Microprocessor, adjustable LED display |
| Inner doors / shelves | 2 inner doors / 1 stainless adjustable shelf | — |
| Spec | — | Value |
| Shelves | — | 3 stainless-steel adjustable (576 × 567.5 mm, 58 kg max load) |
| Inner doors | — | 4 |
| Model (focus) | — | Haier DW-86L490JA |
| Net/gross weight | — | 295 / 335 kg |
| Exterior dims (W×D×H) | — | 873 × 900 × 1980 mm |
| Interior dims (W×D×H) | — | 590 × 630 × 1310 mm |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the Haier Undercounter −86°C ULT Freezer , 100 L / 115V and the Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V?
- The main differences are in Model, Backup, Capacity. The table above shows every spec side by side; the decision guide highlights which fits which use case.
- Which should I buy?
- If budget is the priority, Haier Undercounter −86°C ULT Freezer , 100 L / 115V is the lower-cost option; Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- Do both carry a warranty?
- Yes — both are sold through Legacy Lab Supplies as an authorized distributor and carry full manufacturer warranty.
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